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Clyst Valley

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About

The Clyst Valley ward encompasses a rural landscape northwest of Exeter, characterised by its network of villages and hamlets along the River Clyst. The area includes settlements such as Broadclyst, Clyst St Mary, and West Clyst, with a mix of agricultural land, small woodlands, and residential developments. The topography is generally gentle, with the river valley providing a central feature for the local geography and influencing settlement patterns.

A notable aspect is the presence of the National Trust's Killerton House, an 18th-century estate with extensive gardens. The ward's economy has traditionally been linked to farming, though its proximity to Exeter has led to increased commuter activity. Local infrastructure includes primary schools, village halls, and the main A30 and A379 road corridors that traverse the area, connecting it to wider Devon.

Area overview

On average Clyst Valley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Clyst Valley is £64,201 per year. There are 2 schools in Clyst Valley: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Clyst Valley is home to around 2,437 people, with a population density of about 174.8 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
53
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
3.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Clyst Valley Population
2,437
Population density
174.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
26.26(-21%)
Other theft
7.8(+39%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.98(+8%)
Burglary
3.69(+33%)
Anti-social behaviour
3.69(-75%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,218
91.01%
Other White
67
2.75%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
60
2.46%
Irish
16
0.66%
Chinese
12
0.49%
Total population: 2,437

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
770
37.36%
No qualifications
327
15.87%
Level 3 (A level)
322
15.62%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
287
13.93%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
178
8.64%
Total 16+ residents: 2,061

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
524
51.52%
Owns with a mortgage
316
31.07%
Private landlord or letting agency
109
10.72%
Other forms of private rent
24
2.36%
Other social rented
23
2.26%
Total households: 1,017

Property prices in Clyst Valley

Based on 18 recent sales, the median property price is £601,000 in Clyst Valley area, with individual transactions ranging from £255,000 up to £1,050,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Clyst Valley in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Clyst Valley over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£620,000
Semi-Detached2£280,000
Terraced1£260,000

10 years median price trend in Clyst Valley

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Clyst Valley.

All postcodes in Clyst Valley

EX30FD

Shepherds Court

EX51BH

St Leonards Place

EX30NX

Pytte Gardens

EX51FL

Cotsford Close

EX51QP

Glen Close

EX30QB

Old Ebford Lane

EX51FU

Lower Hill Head Road

EX51AA

Clyst Valley

EX51FY

Clyst Valley

EX51AG

Oil Mill Lane

EX51DG

Bishop's Court Road

EX51FF

Dixon Drive

EX30QH

Exmouth Road

EX30QZ

Exmouth Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.